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What Mindfulness Meditation Isn't

Name: What Mindfulness Meditation Isn't
Uploaded: 2026-02-10T06:14:16.864Z
Duration: 5 min 13 s
Channel: Zachary Phillips
Description: This short talk clears up common misconceptions about mindfulness meditation. It explains that the goal isn’t to empty the mind, but to train attention. You practice noticing where the mind has gone, again and again, and gently returning it to the breath. Calm background music plays throughout.

by Zachary Phillips

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talks

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Meditation

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Everyone

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This short talk clears up common misconceptions about mindfulness meditation. It explains that the goal isn’t to empty the mind, but to train attention. You practice noticing where the mind has gone, again and again, and gently returning it to the breath. Calm background music plays throughout.

Mindfulness Meditation Attention Training Breath Focus Acceptance Observation Emotional Detachment Distraction Management Awareness Mindfulness Observation Non Judgmental Awareness Thought Observation Anchor Focus Acceptance Practice Mental Awareness

Meet your Teacher

Zachary Phillips

Melbourne VIC, Australia

Meet your Teacher

Zachary Phillips

Melbourne VIC, Australia

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